German noun
die Dauer
Plural: die DauernEnglish: duration, lengthB1Very common
Quick answer
The correct German article for Dauer is die, so you say die Dauer. The plural form is die Dauern. In English, it usually means duration, length.
Meaning and usage
The correct article is die, so you say die Dauer. The plural is die Dauern. In English, Dauer usually means duration, length.
Learner note
Do not memorize Dauer on its own — learn it as die Dauer. Remember the plural together with the noun: die Dauern.
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FAQ
What is the article for Dauer?
The correct article is die, so the full noun is die Dauer.
What is the plural of Dauer?
The plural form is die Dauern.
What does Dauer mean in English?
Dauer usually means duration, length in English.